Dallas Prepares for a Big Chill: Arctic Air and Possible Snow on the Way

Dallas, grab your coats and get ready to face a week of frigid temperatures and possible wintry weather. A blast of Arctic air is moving in, dropping temperatures dramatically and bringing a chance of snow and icy roads later in the week.

Your Day-to-Day Breakdown

• Sunday, January 5:
  A breezy start to the week with highs around 64°F (18°C). Skies will clear as the day goes on, but brace yourself for a sharp temperature drop tonight, with lows plunging to 23°F (-5°C).
• Monday, January 6:
  The cold sets in, with highs only reaching 39°F (4°C). It’ll be sunny, but don’t let that fool you—it’s going to feel chilly all day. Overnight, temps will fall to 24°F (-4°C).
• Tuesday, January 7:
  Clouds start to roll in, keeping things cold. Highs will hit just 39°F (4°C), with another cold night dropping to 25°F (-4°C).
• Wednesday, January 8:
  A bit of sunshine returns, but it won’t do much to warm things up. Highs will stay near 35°F (2°C), with lows around 30°F (-1°C).
• Thursday, January 9:
  Keep an eye on the forecast! Snow, sleet, or freezing rain is possible. If it happens, travel could become dangerous. Highs will hover at 34°F (1°C), and lows could drop to a frosty 22°F (-6°C).

What You Need to Do

1. Protect Your Plants and Pipes: Cover your plants and insulate outdoor pipes to avoid freeze damage.
2. Dress for the Weather: Layer up with gloves, scarves, and hats to stay warm.
3. Watch the Roads: If snow or sleet develops, roads could get slick. Plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel.
4. Check on Loved Ones and Pets: Make sure everyone has a warm place to stay, including your furry friends.

Winter is making itself known in Dallas! Stay warm, stay safe, and keep an eye on the forecast for updates as the week unfolds.